PSY3100 - Describe the criminalization hypothesis

PSY 3100 Questions

Answer these short-answer questions

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1. Describe the criminalization hypothesis.

2. Describe the type of defendant most likely to be judged incompetent to stand trial. How successful are attempts to restore competence?

3. How can psychological tests distinguish between claimants with real disorders and those who are exaggerating?

4. What factors do jurors consider in their decisions about damages?

5. What is the difference between retributive and utilitarian approaches to punishment? Which of the seven goals of punishment would be considered utilitarian goals, and which would be considered retributive goals?

6. Discuss what is involved in probation and parole (i.e., describe the nature of the monitoring).

7. List the four major justifications for correctional intervention.